In California civil cases, the deadline to file a Notice of Appeal is usually 60 days after the clerk or a party serves “Notice of Entry” of judgment (or a file-stamped judgment), or 180 days after entry if no notice is served. Missing the deadline almost always ends the appeal before it begins. This guide […]
A motion for reconsideration after a California Court of Appeal’s summary denial of a writ petition generally must be filed within 15 days of the denial. Summary denials are common in writ practice, and the procedural window to seek further review is short and rule-driven. This article explains when reconsideration is available, what to file,
In California civil cases, the deadline to file a Notice of Appeal is usually 60 days after service of a “Notice of Entry” of judgment (or 180 days after entry if no notice is served). Summary judgment orders often become appealable only when judgment is entered. This article explains when the clock starts, the key
